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Ham Radio All Portable Discussion Zone

Charlie NJ7V
Amateur Radio
Ham Radio
QRP
POTA
Sota
Summits On the Air
Contesting
Morse Code
Four Days In May
QRP Amateur Radio Club International
Homebrew Techniques
Homebrew
Tuna Tin II
Homebrew Projects
Kit Building
Trail Running
Contest Management
SOTA (summits On the Air)
Contest Operating
Amateur Radio Equipment

Welcome to the All Portable Discussion Zone. Our show is the audio version of the popular YouTube podcast found on the Red Summit RF channel, where we welcome special guests and engage in roundtable discussions on a wide range of topics including designing, building, modifying, and improving ham radio equipment. Don't forget to check out our Patreon page: www.patreon.com/redsummitrf

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In this episode, we sit down with Don Taylor, KM4UDX, to talk through his approach to homebrew radio and hands-on experimentation. From uBITX modifications to scratch-built projects and antenna work, Don shares what he’s building, what’s working, and... more

In this episode, we gather around the workbench with special guest Mitch NK3H to talk through his latest homebrew radio build—a scratch-built receiver capable of both CW and SSB. We dig into the design approach, construction techniques, challenges al... more

In this episode, we gather around the workbench to look back on our latest homebrew scratch-build project: George Dobbs’ signal generator. Join us as we discuss the design process, parts selection, challenges, lessons learned, and what it took to bri... more

In this interview, I sit down with Peter Parker to talk about making radio simple, practical, and accessible for anyone.Peter is well known in the amateur radio community for his clear, no-nonsense approach to building and operating simple radios. We... more

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Peter Parker
Guest, VK3Ye, amateur radio homebrew expert
VK3Ye
Episode: Yes—You Can Build a Radio | Peter Parker VK3YE
Dan AI6XG
Avid ham, homebrew enthusiast, and contributor to the soda/ham community
Independent/Amateur Radio Enthusiast
Episode: Amateur Radio DIY: Dan AI6XG’s Homebrew Projects
Rex Harper
Special guest discussing Tuna Tin history and projects
QRP community member
Episode: Doug DeMaw’s Tuna Tin II: The Story Continued by Rex Harper
Vince VE6LK
Ham radio operator and educator, HamSmarter founder
Episode: DIY Electronics & Ham Radio Education with Vince VE6LK
Tony EI5EM
Amateur radio operator and home brewing enthusiast
Episode: This Is Why Every Ham Should Try Homebrew QRP - With Tony EI5EM
Brad KA9JDE
Seasoned amateur radio operator and outdoor enthusiast
Episode: Ham Radio High Adventure with Brad KA9JDE
Jeff VE3CW
Amateur radio operator and active participant in ham radio events and organizations.
QRP Amateur Radio Club International
Episode: Homebrew and QRP Ham Radio with Jeff VE3CW
Fred KT5X
A seasoned CW operator and educator.
Episode: Amazing Ham Radio QRP Achievements with Fred KT5X

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Inside the World of DX Chasing, Hamfests & Radio Travel
Q: What does it take to be successful with DXing from a modest home setup?
Patience, listening strategy, understanding propagation, and using simple, reliable antennas; don't expect a single window to guarantee matches, but stay persistent across bands and times.
Inside the World of DX Chasing, Hamfests & Radio Travel
Q: Can you describe what the pileups were like on those DXpeditions, especially on CW and FT8?
Pileups were highly visual on the band scope, with bright lines showing where the action is; using split with a listening-up approach helps to target the station and avoid chaos.
Build Your Own Radio (Even as a Beginner) – Homebrew Ham Radio with ZL2BNE
Q: Any advice for someone starting in QRP/homebrew today?
Start small, build something tangible, document what works, and engage with buddy networks and online groups to learn and troubleshoot collaboratively.
Build Your Own Radio (Even as a Beginner) – Homebrew Ham Radio with ZL2BNE
Q: What tools do you consider essential for beginners?
A soldering iron, basic test gear, and affordable tools like nano VNAs and digital oscilloscopes; these enable practical learning without expensive lab setups.
Build Your Own Radio (Even as a Beginner) – Homebrew Ham Radio with ZL2BNE
Q: What design philosophy guides your projects?
He stresses breaking systems into smaller blocks (mixers, oscillators, filters) and using modular, testable boards; this approach keeps projects manageable and gives quick rewards as each block works.

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This podcast features insightful discussions centered on amateur radio, particularly focusing on portable operations, homebrewing techniques, and equipment modifications. Episodes often include roundtable talks with experienced guests who share their expertise, personal journeys, and practical tips related to ham radio. Key topics range from portable operations in outdoor settings to the intricacies of designing and building amateur radio setups. Unique anecdotes about outdoor adventures and the community aspect of amateur radio are interwoven, alongside discussions about essential skills and challenges faced by hobbyists, making it an engaging resource for newcomers and seasoned practitioners alike.

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7. Jeff VE3CW
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